Garmin Mn Forerunner 10 Manual

							Forerunner
®
 10
Owner’s Manual
July 2013190-01472-00_0BPrinted in Taiwan 
						

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							Table of Contents
Introduction....................................................................1
Keys...........................................................................................1
Getting Started...........................................................................1
Charging the Device..................................................................1
Going For a Run.............................................................1
Using Run and Walk Intervals....................................................1
Changing Data Fields............................................................2
Virtual Pacer..............................................................................2
Running With Virtual Pacer...................................................2
Using Auto Lap®........................................................................2
Pausing Your Run Automatically...............................................2
Garmin Connect.........................................................................2
Using Garmin Connect..........................................................2
History.............................................................................2
Personal Records......................................................................2
Viewing History and Personal Records......................................2
Deleting a Run from History.......................................................2
Deleting Personal Records........................................................3
Restoring a Personal Record................................................3
Appendix.........................................................................3
Device Care...............................................................................3
Cleaning the Device..............................................................3
Specifications.............................................................................3
Settings......................................................................................3
Setting the Alarm...................................................................3
Setting the Time Manually.....................................................3
Troubleshooting.........................................................................3
Resetting Your Device..........................................................3
Updating the Software Using Garmin Connect.....................3
Getting More Information......................................................3
Registering Your Device............................................................3
Index................................................................................4
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							Introduction
 WARNING
Always consult your physician before you begin or modify any exercise program.
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the 
product box for product warnings and other important 
information.
Keys
ÀTurn on the device.Turn on the backlight.ÁStart and stop the timer.Select the highlighted menu item.ÂMove to the next item in the menu.Move to the next data page when the timer is running.ÃGo back without making a selection.Mark a lap (page 2).
Getting Started
When you use your Forerunner the first time, complete these steps.
1Charge the device (page 1).
2Customize your run settings (page 1).
3Go for a run (page 1).
4Upload your run to Garmin Connect™ (page 2).
Charging the Device
NOTICE
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the contacts and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to a computer.
1Plug the USB cable into a USB port on your computer.
2Align the charger posts with the contacts on the back of the device, and press the charger until it clicks.
3Charge the device completely.
Going For a Run
The device comes partially charged. You may need to charge the device (page 1) before going for a run.
NOTE: The device turns on automatically while charging. If you do not charge the device before going for a run, hold  to turn on the device.
1Select .
2 flashes while the device finds your location.
When the device finds your location,  displays solid.
3Select Start to start the timer.
Time À, distance Á, calories burned Â, and pace à are recorded while the timer is running.
TIP: Select  to view your calories burned and pace.
4Select  to stop the timer after you complete your run.
5Select an option:
•Select Resume to restart the timer.
•Select Save to save the run and reset the timer. You can now upload your run to Garmin Connect (page 2).
•Select Discard to delete the run.
Using Run and Walk Intervals
NOTE: You must set up the run/walk feature before starting a run. After you start the run timer, you cannot change the settings.
1Select  > Run Options > Run/Walk > Turn On.
2Set the run time for each interval.
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							3Set the walk time for each interval.
4Go for a run.
After you turn on the run/walk feature, it is used every time you go for a run unless you turn it off or enable Virtual Pacer™ (page 2).
Changing Data Fields
You can change the data field combinations for the two pages that appear while the timer is running.
1Select  > Run Options > Data Fields.
2Select the data field combination to display on the first page.
3Select the data field combination to display on the second page.
Displaying Pace or SpeedYou can change the type of pace and speed information that appears in the pace or speed data field.
1Select  > Run Options > Pace/Speed.
2Select an option:
•Select Speed to display your current speed.
•Select Lap Speed to display the average speed for the current lap.
•Select Avg. Speed to display the average speed for the current activity.
•Select Pace to display your current pace.
•Select Lap Pace to display the average pace for the current lap.
•Select Avg. Pace to display the average pace for the current activity.
Virtual Pacer
Virtual Pacer is a training tool designed to help you improve 
your performance by encouraging you to run at the pace you 
set.
Running With Virtual Pacer
NOTE: You must set up Virtual Pacer before starting a run. After you start the run timer, you cannot change the settings.
1Select  > Run Options > Virtual Pacer.
2Select Turn On or Edit Pace to set the pace.
3Enter your pace.
After you turn on Virtual Pacer, it is used every time you go for a 
run unless you turn it off or enable run/walk (page 1).
Using Auto Lap®
You can set your device to use Auto Lap, which automatically 
marks a lap at every mile (kilometer), or you can mark laps 
manually. This feature is helpful for comparing your performance over different parts of an activity.
1Select  > Run Options > Laps.
2Select an option:
•Select Auto Lap > Turn On to use Auto Lap.
•Select Lap Key > Turn On to use  to mark a lap during an activity.
3Go for a run (page 1).
Pausing Your Run Automatically
You can use Auto Pause® to pause the timer automatically when you stop moving. This feature is helpful if your run includes stop lights or other places where you need to stop.
NOTE: The paused time is not saved with your history data.
Select  > Run Options > Auto Pause > Turn On.
Garmin Connect
Garmin Connect gives you a simple way to store and track your activities, analyze your data, and share with others. To sign up for a free account, go to www.garminconnect.com/start.
Store your activities: After you complete and save an activity 
with your device, you can upload that activity to Garmin 
Connect and keep it as long as you want.
Analyze your data: You can view more detailed information 
about your activity, including an overhead map view, pace 
and speed charts, and customizable reports.
Share your activities: You can email your activities to others, 
or post links to your activities on your favorite social 
networking sites.
Using Garmin Connect
1Connect the device to your computer using the USB cable  (page 1).
2Go to www.garminconnect.com/start.
3Follow the on-screen instructions.
History
You can view your last seven running sessions on your Forerunner, but you can upload and view unlimited running 
sessions to Garmin Connect. When the memory is full, your oldest data is overwritten.
NOTE: History is not recorded while the timer is stopped or paused.
Personal Records
When you complete a run, the device displays any new personal records you achieved during that run. Personal records include your fastest time over several typical race distances and longest run.
Viewing History and Personal Records
Run history displays the date, time, distance, pace, calories, and lap data. The device also displays your personal record time, distance, and pace over various distances.
1Select  > History.
2Select an option:
•Select Runs to view information about your saved running sessions.
•Select Records to view your personal records.
Deleting a Run from History
NOTE: Deleting a run from your device history does not delete it 
from Garmin Connect.
1Select  > History.
2Select Runs.
3Select a run.
4Select  > Discard > Yes.
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							Deleting Personal Records
1Select  > History > Records.
2Select a record to delete.
3Select Clear > Yes.
Restoring a Personal Record
You can set each personal record back to the one previously recorded.
1Select  > History > Records.
2Select a record to restore.
3Select Use Previous > Use Record.
Appendix
Device Care
NOTICE
Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment, because it can degrade the life of the product.
Avoid pressing the keys under water.
Do not use a sharp object to clean the device.
Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can damage plastic components.
Thoroughly rinse the device with fresh water after exposure to 
chlorine, salt water, sunscreen, pest repellant, cosmetics, 
alcohol, or other harsh chemicals. Prolonged exposure to these substances can damage the case.
Always wipe the device dry after cleaning or use, and store it in a cool, dry place.
Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme 
temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent 
damage.
Cleaning the Device
1Wipe the device with a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution.
2Wipe it dry.
Specifications
Battery typeNon user-replaceable, rechargeable Lithium-ion, 4.2 voltsBattery lifeUsing GPS 30 minutes per day: up to 10 daysUsing GPS continuously: up to 5 hoursWatch-only: up to 5 weeks
Water resistance50 metersOperating 
temperature rangeFrom -4° to 140°F (from -20° to 60°C)
Settings
To open the device settings, select  > Settings.
Alarm: Sets a daily alarm.
Tones: Turns audible tones on or off. You can set tones for keys and alert messages.
Weight: Sets the user weight.
NOTE: Calorie measurement while running (page 1) is most accurate when you enter your weight.
Setup: Sets the time of day, time format, language, and units of measurement.
Setting the Alarm
1Select  > Settings > Alarm.
2Select an option:
•Select Edit Alarm if the alarm is already set and you want 
to change the time.
•Select Turn On if the alarm is not yet set.
3Set the time, and select  to accept.
Setting the Time Manually
By default, the time is set automatically when the device acquires satellite signals. You can also set the time manually.
1Select  > Settings > Setup > Time > Set Time.
2Select an option:
•Select Auto to allow the device to set the time automatically when it is receiving satellite signals.
•Select Manual to set the time manually, and enter the time.
Troubleshooting
Resetting Your Device
If the device stops responding, you may need to reset it.
1Hold  for at least 15 seconds.
2Hold  for one second to turn on the device.
Updating the Software Using Garmin Connect
Before you can update your device software, you must have a Garmin Connect account (page 2), and you must connect the 
device to your computer (page 1).
1Go to www.garminconnect.com.
If new software is available, Garmin Connect alerts you to update the software.
2Follow the on-screen instructions.
3Do not disconnect your device from the computer during the update process.
Getting More Information
You can find more information about this product on the Garmin® website.
•Go to www.garmin.com/intosports.
•Go to www.garmin.com/learningcenter.
•Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer 
for information about optional accessories and replacement 
parts.
Getting the Owner's ManualYou can get the latest owner's manual from the web.
1Go to www.garmin.com/intosports.
2Select your product.
3Click Manuals.
Registering Your Device
Help us better support you by completing our online registration today.
•Go to http://my.garmin.com.
•Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place.
Appendix 3 
						

							Index
Aaccessories 3alarm 3alarms 3Auto Lap 2Auto Pause 2
Ccharging the device 1cleaning the device 3
D
datastoring 2transferring 2
data fields 1, 2
deletinghistory 2personal records 3devicecharging 1keys 1registration 3resetting 3
GGarmin Connect, storing data 2
H
history 2deleting 2sending to computer 2viewing 2
Iintervals 1
K
keys 3device 1
Llanguage 3laps 2
Ppace 2
personal records 2deleting 3restoring 3
product registration 3
Rregistering the device 3resetting, device 3
Ssaving activities 1sessions 2settings, device 3software, updating 3specifications 3
Ttime 3
timer 2starting 1stopping 1
tones 3training pages, viewing 1troubleshooting 3
Uunits of measure 3updates, software 3
VVirtual Pacer 2
Wwalking intervals 1water resistence 3weight 3
4Index 
						

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